The document discusses different sources of short-term financing. It describes commercial paper as a short-term debt security issued by corporations to raise capital for short-term needs. It matures in under 270 days and provides modest returns to investors. International loans refer to loans between countries, often used to fund infrastructure and social programs. They can vary in terms, rates and purpose. The document also outlines international transactions like trade, foreign investment and currency exchange, and how businesses can finance international trade through various methods like letters of credit. It concludes with transactions between subsidiaries being internal financial exchanges that require robust controls and compliance.